About Zinkel
The surname Zinkel is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "zinken," meaning "tooth" or "prong." It is believed to have originally been an occupational name for someone who worked as a tinker or metalworker, specifically one who made or repaired items with prongs or teeth-like projections. Over time, the surname Zinkel has likely evolved to encompass various spellings and regional variations.
The surname Zinkel is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Zinkel based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Zinkel in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Zinkel using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.